anyone got a 6 guage dash template? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Clyde65** · 05-03-2011, 02:17 PM

I would like one so I can cut my dash out of wood or maybe aluminum.

Thanks guys!

gloriavoxdei · 05-03-2011, 02:26 PM

I'm gonna do the same thing outta walnut, I could use one also

BR3W CITY · 05-03-2011, 05:00 PM

whole dash? or do you mean just the face of the instrument panel?

**Clyde65** · 05-03-2011, 05:24 PM

Face of instrument panel for aftermarket gauges. I just dont want to spend $150.00 on a billet one, besides that would go well in my truck.

barry h. · 05-03-2011, 05:31 PM

If it is for a 65 what i did for a 66 i had was to take the glass out of your cluster and trace it on to a thin peice of wood.use the guages you want and trace and then cut with a hole saw.you might have to trim a little then stain,will look great

**slepysal** · 05-03-2011, 05:36 PM

On my 60' I used masonite board to mock my dash insert up. I coverd it with some chrome vinyl sign decal material. It was onlly going to be temporary , just a pattern but that was 5 years ago and it has held up fine and was real easy to fab up.

**Clyde65** · 05-03-2011, 05:49 PM

I currently have a wood insert my dad made, it is for 5 gauges, decided to put a tach in, soooo..

**slepysal** · 05-03-2011, 06:20 PM

Can you use yours to make a new layout ?

SCOTI · 05-03-2011, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by slepysal

On my 60' I used masonite board to mock my dash insert up.

Cardboard or masonite works well. I used the existing clear dash lense.

I taped over it w/blue painters tape & used poster-board circle templates to get an idea of where I wanted things. The circle templates were indexed vertically/horizontally to put reference marks (they help easily locate the C/L of where to drill).

Gianyveedub · 05-04-2011, 03:18 AM

I did what someone mentioned. I took the glass/plastic face and took it to tap plastics. Had them cut it the the shape of the glass. Then I took it home and made a template of where the gauges were going to go and busted out the hole saw.

**Clyde65** · 05-04-2011, 10:00 AM

this is my DD, so I dont want to have it down for anytime. I am going to see if I or my dad has an old dash surround and maybe I can make it our of smoked plexiglass.

SCOTI · 05-04-2011, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Clyde65

this is my DD, so I dont want to have it down for anytime. I am going to see if I or my dad has an old dash surround and maybe I can make it our of smoked plexiglass.

I disassembled the cluster & used the outer bezel to trace the physical opening of the cluster onto some poster board. I included reference marks & such to make things easily repeatable.

I made everything work off the template so you could do the same to determine your layout dimensions w/o having extended downtime.

**slepysal** · 05-04-2011, 11:08 AM

Carefull cutting the plexiglass it cracks easy. I was able to make mine in one afternoon . No real down time

SCOTI · 05-04-2011, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by slepysal

Carefull cutting the plexiglass it cracks easy. I was able to make mine in one afternoon . No real down time

x2. Cut smaller holes & file to fit.

jimmydean · 05-04-2011, 12:21 PM

What about the lens? I have seen replacements, but they are stock. I want the stock look with black numbers and letters. Is there a vinyl kit or something? I could take the glass out and have one made, but it would be nice to do it myself.

impalaboy9 · 05-04-2011, 12:21 PM

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LostMy65 · 07-25-2012, 01:54 AM

Did anyone ever locate a template?

65Gregg · 07-25-2012, 01:35 PM

I have a panel that I'll be taking apart in the next few weeks if your not in a huge rush..I can trace it for you then.

badriand · 07-25-2012, 03:49 PM

Quote:

On my 60' I used masonite board to mock my dash insert up

Same here, found some hardy-board out beside work about to go in trash. Worked out well.

BR3W CITY · 07-25-2012, 04:26 PM

I have a stainless piece cut to fit the bezel with a center tach hole punched; I made a couple and only used one, so this ones left over if anyone wants to have the hard part done already

Just gotta punch the other gauge holes and polish her up.

**Captainfab** · 07-26-2012, 12:40 AM

I could probably draw one up in autoCAD. Are those gauges you bought 2-1/16" diameter?

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Originally Posted by LostMy65

Did anyone ever locate a template?

LostMy65 · 07-26-2012, 12:51 AM

I was also thinking of drawing one up in cad.
One thought I had was to scan mine on a flatbed scanner, and then import the image into acad.

**Captainfab** · 07-26-2012, 12:54 AM

Yeah, if you have a flatbed scanner big enough, that would be an easy way to get a basic outline to start with.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65

I was also thinking of drawing one up in cad.
One thought I had was to scan mine on a flatbed scanner, and then import the image into acad.

LostMy65 · 06-03-2021, 07:28 PM

Went searching for dash gauge template thread and forgot I was involved in this one.
Gotta scan mine and trace it in CAD.
.
In the meantime, has anyone have different template layouts for various guage layouts?

AcampoDave · 06-04-2021, 11:31 PM

Here's a link to a short thread I did when I made mine. It has a few good pics of my layout. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810650

05-03-2011, 02:17 PM	#1
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,547	anyone got a 6 guage dash template? I would like one so I can cut my dash out of wood or maybe aluminum. Thanks guys! __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

05-03-2011, 02:26 PM	#2
gloriavoxdei Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florissant, CO Posts: 97	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? I'm gonna do the same thing outta walnut, I could use one also __________________ 1978 GMC Jimmy, 400, th350, np203 with part time conversion, Fibrecraft popup camper, soon to get a 14 bolt/d44 swap 2001 Yukon XL2500, 6.0, 4L85E, 4x4, family truckster

05-03-2011, 05:00 PM	#3
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? whole dash? or do you mean just the face of the instrument panel? __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

05-03-2011, 05:24 PM	#4
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,547	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? Face of instrument panel for aftermarket gauges. I just dont want to spend $150.00 on a billet one, besides that would go well in my truck. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

05-03-2011, 05:31 PM	#5
barry h. Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Arlington,Tx Posts: 103	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? If it is for a 65 what i did for a 66 i had was to take the glass out of your cluster and trace it on to a thin peice of wood.use the guages you want and trace and then cut with a hole saw.you might have to trim a little then stain,will look great

05-03-2011, 05:36 PM	#6
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? On my 60' I used masonite board to mock my dash insert up. I coverd it with some chrome vinyl sign decal material. It was onlly going to be temporary , just a pattern but that was 5 years ago and it has held up fine and was real easy to fab up. __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... " Last edited by slepysal; 05-03-2011 at 05:39 PM.

05-03-2011, 05:49 PM	#7
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,547	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? I currently have a wood insert my dad made, it is for 5 gauges, decided to put a tach in, soooo.. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

05-03-2011, 06:20 PM	#8
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? Can you use yours to make a new layout ? __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

05-04-2011, 03:18 AM	#10
Gianyveedub Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hollister, Ca Posts: 178	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? I did what someone mentioned. I took the glass/plastic face and took it to tap plastics. Had them cut it the the shape of the glass. Then I took it home and made a template of where the gauges were going to go and busted out the hole saw.

05-04-2011, 10:00 AM	#11
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,547	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? this is my DD, so I dont want to have it down for anytime. I am going to see if I or my dad has an old dash surround and maybe I can make it our of smoked plexiglass. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

05-04-2011, 11:08 AM	#13
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? Carefull cutting the plexiglass it cracks easy. I was able to make mine in one afternoon . No real down time __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

05-04-2011, 12:21 PM	#15
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? What about the lens? I have seen replacements, but they are stock. I want the stock look with black numbers and letters. Is there a vinyl kit or something? I could take the glass out and have one made, but it would be nice to do it myself. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

05-04-2011, 12:21 PM	#16
impalaboy9 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: lincoln ne Posts: 57	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? Posted via Mobile Device

07-25-2012, 01:54 AM	#17
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? Did anyone ever locate a template? __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

07-25-2012, 01:35 PM	#18
65Gregg Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Willis, Texas Posts: 754	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? I have a panel that I'll be taking apart in the next few weeks if your not in a huge rush..I can trace it for you then. __________________ 65Gregg Blue long bed White TBSS 61 Impala “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” Mark Twain Last edited by 65Gregg; 07-25-2012 at 01:36 PM. Reason: I can't spell



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07-25-2012, 04:26 PM	#20
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? I have a stainless piece cut to fit the bezel with a center tach hole punched; I made a couple and only used one, so this ones left over if anyone wants to have the hard part done already Just gotta punch the other gauge holes and polish her up. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

07-26-2012, 12:51 AM	#22
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? I was also thinking of drawing one up in cad. One thought I had was to scan mine on a flatbed scanner, and then import the image into acad. __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

06-03-2021, 07:28 PM	#24
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? Went searching for dash gauge template thread and forgot I was involved in this one. Gotta scan mine and trace it in CAD. . In the meantime, has anyone have different template layouts for various guage layouts? __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

06-04-2021, 11:31 PM	#25
AcampoDave Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: central California Posts: 2,781	Re: anyone got a 6 guage dash template? Here's a link to a short thread I did when I made mine. It has a few good pics of my layout. https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810650

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